TIB Delta to Protest ‘Unlawful’ Prosecution of Activist Aghogho Amid AGF Authorization Dispute The Take It Back Movement (TIB), Delta State chapter, plans a peaceful protest at the Federal High Court in Warri on December 15 over the alleged unlawful prosecution of activist Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho. The group says Delta State initiated federal charges without the Attorney-General of the Federation’s consent, despite conflicting positions presented before the ECOWAS Court. Aghogho is challenging the case as unconstitutional and seeking its dismissal along with ₦500 billion in compensation. TIB argues that the AGF’s filings expose inconsistencies, calling for judicial accountability as tensions rise ahead of the next court hearing.

NIGERIA-BANGKOK TO UNLOCK POTENTIAL IN AFRICA-ASIA COOPERATION Nigeria and Thailand have agreed to take their bilateral relationship to a strategic level. The commitment was made during a high-level meeting in Bangkok today, between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar and his Thai counterpart, Sihasak Phuangketkeow. In a statement, Yusuf Tuggar, proposed for Thailand to help bridge the regions, by fostering collaboration between the African bloc, ECOWAS, and the Southeast Asian bloc, ASEAN, foreseeing eventual ASEAN-ECOWAS Summit in the long-term. Both sides discussed building on Nigeria's crude oil exports and Thailand's rice and machinery exports, and extending to scholarship programmes for Nigerian students. They agreed to diversify into new areas like agro-processing, renewable energy, manufacturing, and ICT. While on security, Yusuf Tuggar stressed on cooperation against transnational crimes like drug and human trafficking, proposing increased intelligence-sharing and joint training. To solidify this enhanced partnership, the Minister urged for speedy conclusion of pending bilateral agreements on trade, investment, and culture, with a view to establishing a high-level joint commission. The meeting concluded with Nigeria reaffirming Thailand as its strategic partner in Asia and extended an invitation for reciprocal high-level visits.

VIDEO: Tinubu Calls for Stronger Measures on Farmer–Herder Clashes Speaking ahead of the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu urged the government to take stronger and more decisive steps to address the recurring conflicts between farmers and herders across Nigeria. #NigeriaNews #Tinubu #SecurityUpdates #FEC

Lawyer Seeks Compensation, Apology After Court Acquits 11 #EndBadGovernance Protesters An Abuja Federal High Court has discharged and acquitted 11 #EndBadGovernance protesters after striking out all treason and terrorism charges filed by the Bola Tinubu administration. Justice Emeka Nwite described the case as baseless, leading human rights lawyer Abubakar Marshal to demand immediate compensation, restoration of frozen accounts and a public apology from the Nigerian government. Marshal condemned the prolonged prosecution as state-backed persecution, insisting the protesters were victimised for exercising constitutional rights to demand good governance. He said the ordeal—detentions, frozen accounts, and reputational damage—violated their freedoms and must now be remedied. #EndBadGovernanc #HumanRights #NigeriaJustice

BREAKING NEWS: The United States is seeking to introduce stricter digital-screening rules for millions of visitors entering the country under its Visa Waiver Program, proposing mandatory disclosure of social media activity spanning the past five years.

According to reports, the FCT High Court Enforcement Unit and police stormed Obi Cubana’s ‘Cash Flow’ club and removed him from the Abuja lounge on Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Wuse II. It’s the second time he has been evicted from the property.

Enugu Court Remands Suspect Over Killing of 19-Year-Old Loveth Uloma An Enugu State Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of Emmanuel Nwangwu, the prime suspect in the killing of 19-year-old Loveth Uloma in Nsukka. Nwangwu was arraigned on a charge of murder following a police investigation confirming he violently assaulted the teenager inside a pharmacy, leading to her death. The case, which sparked widespread public outrage, has been forwarded to the Ministry of Justice for legal review. The Enugu State Police Command assured the victim’s family that justice is underway as the suspect remains in the Enugu Maximum Correctional Centre. #Enugu #Justice #LovethUloma

Abuja Court Frees 11 #EndBadGovernance Protesters, Dismisses Treason and Terrorism Charges A Federal High Court in Abuja has acquitted 11 activists arrested during the 2024 #EndBadGovernance protests, striking out all treason and terrorism-related charges brought against them. Justice Emeka Nwite ruled that the allegations were unfounded, marking what activist Adaramoye Michael Lenin described as a “historic victory.” The protesters had been detained for over a year after security agencies accused them of attempting to destabilise the country during nationwide demonstrations fuelled by economic hardship, insecurity, and public frustration under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Human rights groups consistently condemned the charges as politically motivated attempts to suppress dissent. With the ruling, all accused individuals have been fully discharged. #EndBadGovernance #HumanRights #AbujaCourt

Tinubu Reaffirms Withdrawal of Police From VIP Escorts, Orders Strict Clearance for Exceptions President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his directive withdrawing police officers from VIP escort duties, insisting that only individuals who secure his personal approval through the Inspector-General of Police will receive special protection. Speaking before the Federal Executive Council meeting, Tinubu said the decision aims to redeploy security personnel to critical national security operations, particularly the fight against kidnapping and terrorism. He ordered the Interior Minister and NSCDC to replace withdrawn police escorts with civil defence operatives and directed the NSA and DSS to review nationwide security deployments. Tinubu also emphasised arming forest guards. The directive follows a national debate reignited by Wole Soyinka, who criticised the excessively large convoy attached to Seyi Tinubu, calling it a misuse of security resources.

World richest man, Elon Musk, Says He Looks Up To “The Creator,” Comments On Belief In God Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently opened up about his views on faith and spirituality during an interview with Katie Miller. When asked “Who do you look up to the most,” Musk answered: “The Creator.” He was further asked if he believed in God, to which he replied: “Well i believe this universe came from something,” adding that “people have different labels.” His response reflects a philosophical perspective, acknowledging a creative force behind the universe while avoiding alignment with any specific religious doctrine. Musk has previously described himself as a “cultural Christian,” noting he was baptized and raised Anglican. However, he has often emphasized curiosity over traditional religious beliefs, stating that his guiding principle is exploration and expanding human consciousness. He has also highlighted the importance of moral teachings from religion, such as wisdom in compassion and restraint, without fully committing to organized faith. In this interview, Musk’s choice of words underscores his view that the origin of the universe is a mystery open to interpretation. By referring to “the Creator” instead of “God,” and noting that “people have different labels,” he signals openness to different philosophical or spiritual understandings rather than strictly religious ones. Musk’s remarks continue to fuel discussions on the intersection of science, technology, and spirituality, highlighting how leading figures grapple with questions about existence, purpose, and belief in the modern era. More at fintter.com #fintter

Retired General Claims COAS Attahiru Was Assassinated in 2021 Kaduna Plane Explosion, Not Accident Retired Major General Danjuma Ali-Keffi has alleged that the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Ibrahim Attahiru, was deliberately assassinated in the 2021 aircraft explosion that killed him and 10 others near Kaduna Airport. Speaking publicly, Ali-Keffi claimed the aircraft did not crash but exploded mid-air and that injuries on the victims suggested an internal blast. He linked the incident to internal military hostility, corruption, sabotage, leaked intelligence, and Attahiru’s ongoing forensic audit of Army funds. The retired general also alleged operational compromises, terror-financing within the military, and unresolved irregularities around the still-unreleased accident investigation report. He insists Attahiru was targeted due to his anti-corruption stance and conflicts with powerful figures.

Charcoal Pot Fire Kills Woman, Injures Two in Ibadan as Fire Service Warns Against Unsafe Heat Use A late-night fire caused by an unattended charcoal cooking pot has killed a woman and injured two men at a residential building on Agbaakin Street, Iwo Road, Ibadan. According to Oyo State Fire Service Chairman Maroof Akinwande, the blaze erupted after the lit charcoal ignited nearby combustible materials, gutting two rooms before firefighters contained it. A joint operation with the Federal Fire Service rescued two victims alive and saved property worth millions. In a separate incident, another fire at the Agric Business Development Agency was traced to electrical sparks from a solar inverter. Authorities urged residents to prioritise safety and avoid unsafe indoor charcoal use and faulty electrical installations.

Lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor Condemns Deadly Attack on Anambra Church, Demands Justice for Victims Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor has strongly condemned the deadly attack on St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Lilu, Anambra State, describing it as a sacrilegious assault on faith and humanity. Two worshippers, including a cleric’s wife, were killed when armed men invaded the church during early Sunday worship preparations. Ejiofor demanded swift justice, criticised the slow pace of investigations, and urged security agencies and the Anambra government to ensure the perpetrators are tracked down and prosecuted. He consoled affected families and warned against normalising violence in sacred places of worship.

Australia Becomes First Country to Ban Social Media for Under-16s as Platforms Lock Out Millions Australia has enacted a historic law banning all children under 16 from using major social media platforms, making it the first country in the world to implement such a sweeping restriction. Beginning at midnight, platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and X were forced to block underage users or face penalties of up to A$49.5 million. The crackdown—described by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as one of the most significant cultural shifts in Australia’s history—has already resulted in hundreds of thousands of accounts being disabled. While the government argues the ban will protect young people’s mental health, critics warn that mandatory age-verification technology amounts to invasive surveillance. Meanwhile, teenagers flooded social media with emotional farewell posts as their accounts went offline.

BREAKING: Nine Adamawa Women Killed in Alleged Army Shooting Laid to Rest in Mass Burial Nine women allegedly shot dead by Nigerian soldiers in Lamurde, Adamawa State, have been given a mass burial that drew thousands of grieving residents. Community leaders released the identities of the victims and accused the Nigerian Army of opening fire on unarmed women, a claim the Bwate Youth Wing strongly reiterated. However, the Chobo Youth Forum countered the narrative, alleging their own communities were attacked by a Bachama militia. As both sides exchange accusations, public pressure mounts on the military to explain the circumstances that led to the deadly confrontation and why innocent women became casualties.

Falana Warns Nigeria Risks Military Coup Without Political Pluralism, Open Civic Space Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has warned that Nigeria must urgently embrace political pluralism and expand civic freedoms to avoid the growing wave of military coups destabilising West Africa. Speaking on Channels TV, Falana said widespread poverty, insecurity, shrinking civic space, and the criminalisation of dissent are fueling public anger across the region. He criticised INEC for restricting the registration of ideological political parties and warned that Nigeria risks sliding toward a one-party state. Citing the recent failed coup in Benin Republic, Falana stressed that suppressing opposition, jailing critics, or limiting political space undermines democracy and increases instability.

NPHCDA Confirms Use of Soldiers to Escort Vaccination Teams in Insecurity-Hit Northern Communities The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has confirmed that soldiers are now escorting vaccination teams into communities heavily affected by insurgency and banditry across northern Nigeria. Speaking in Abuja, Director of Disease and Immunisation Rufai Ahmed revealed that military support is being used in “real difficult areas” to ensure child immunisation continues despite insecurity. He noted that over 202,000 children in Kebbi and Bayelsa have received the R21 malaria vaccine since December 2024, while Nigeria still has about 2.1 million zero-dose children, mostly in conflict-hit northern states. The agency says it has tracked and vaccinated more than 500,000 previously unreached children and recruited thousands of frontline workers, many serving in militarised zones. Officials insist they will continue pushing vaccination into remote and dangerous communities, even if it requires military escorts, to prevent children from dying of vaccine-preventable diseases.

Peter Obi Laments Rising Violence, Says Nigeria Now “A Nation of Unending Tragedy” Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, describing the country as “a nation of unending tragedy” following renewed killings in Adamawa, Anambra, and Sokoto states. In a statement shared on X, Obi mourned the deaths of worshippers, seven women protesters in Adamawa, and victims of fresh bandit attacks in Sokoto. He warned that no country seeking development can normalise such persistent violence, stressing that insecurity undermines education, agriculture, business, and public trust. Obi called for leadership that values human life, strengthens justice, and tackles root causes such as poverty, unemployment, and weak institutions. He urged Nigerians to demand accountability and work toward a safer and more united nation while offering condolences to the bereaved families.

Court Enforces Eviction at Abuja Cubana Lounge, Hands Property to Collins Onwuzulike After Legal Battle A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has executed an eviction order on the former Cubana Lounge property in Wuse II, returning full possession to businessman Collins Onwuzulike after months of legal disputes with socialite Obi Cubana. The enforcement—marked by tense moments involving alleged thugs and the abrupt disappearance of police escorts—saw court sheriffs dismantle equipment and secure the building for the new owner. The ownership dispute dates back to a ₦2 billion purchase concluded in 2024, which conflicting court orders had previously stalled. With the restraining order from a Bwari court now expired, bailiffs officially handed the property’s keys to Onwuzulike’s legal team, ending the long-running battle over the Abuja hotspot.

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